If your New Year’s resolution to join a gym or get fitter still hasn’t been kicked into practice, then maybe it’s time to find a better incentive. These London gyms might just be the answer – we know that if our gym was even half as cool as these, there’d be no more excuses to skip a workout.
Sure they might be at the more pricey end of the scale, but each boasts unique amenities that make them worth it. Who wants to queue for a squat rack anyway?
Surrenne at The Emory
Opened in 2024, and curated by Inge Theron, Maybourne Hotel Group's creative director of spa and wellness and founder of Facegym, Surrenne promises to offer the best that you'll find in the capital when it comes to its fitness facilities. The highly curated cardio and functional gym uses state-of-the-art customised equipment by Technogym, Woodway, Peloton and Hydrow, while there's a first-of-its-kind Tracy Anderson Studio, which offers her revolutionary body sculpting method designed to work every muscle in the body. Meanwhile recovery is key, and there's speciality steam rooms, pools, Hyperice tools and Hypervolt massage machines, to help rejuvenate your body. A hang out for the super rich, and those after more than a 45-minute workout before work.
Price: The joining fee is £5,000 and annual membership starts from £10,000
Location: Old Barrack Yard, London SW1X 7NP
For more information visit: surrenne.com
The Peak Fitness Club & Spa
Up high on the sky and set across three floors, was completely renovated in 2021 and offers the very best in modern wellbeing. A naturally-lit (rare in London!) 20-foot pool is a standout highlight, while the gym, which boasts the best Technogym equipment and sweeping views of London, and an array of group classes, ensures every sort of workout is catered to. One for people who want a peaceful gym session any time of the day, whether it's pre-work or after hours.
Price: Enquire online
Location: Cadogan Place, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 9PY
For more information visit:jumeirah.com
Lanserhof at the Arts Club
Situated in Austria the Lanserhof concept creates an "intelligent balance between personalised fasting programmes and bespoke therapeutic solutions." At its London location, which is housed at The Arts Club on Dover Street, it takes this into account and more. London's leading private wellness clinic, offering an elevated approach to health and fitness, it uses Technogym’s revolutionary microchip technology to continually tracks your results. Upon joining a dedicated personal trainer configures the Technogym BioStrength Machines and tailors them to your individual requirements. For people serious about their training regimes.
Price: The joining fee is £1,500 and annual membership starts from £4,000
Location: 18 Dover St, London W1S 4LT
For more information visit: theartsclub.co.uk
E by Equinox
Described as “a five-star experience rather than a traditional gym”, it’s hard to disagree once you’ve set foot inside one of Equinox's three London locations (St James, Kensington and Bishopsgate). Even the locker rooms are luxurious, fully equipped with refreshing Grown Alchemist body and hair-care products, eco-friendly towels and eucalyptus-infused steam rooms. Located in a converted historic bank building in London’s Mayfair, E by Equinox is the epitome of luxury and even has a valet service for your belongings. The gym itself has top of the range gear, with personal training a prime focus.
Price: £470 a month
Location: 12 St James's St, London SW1A 1ER
For more information visit:equinox.com
V Mayfair Health Club
A new space in Mayfair, V Health Club uses state-of-the-art equipment and fitness technology that "represents the pinnacle of exercise technology and advancement." You'll find Universe Multitrack and Half Racks for resistance training, Watson's indestructible stainless steel dumbbells, as well as enhanced yoga performance with Alo yoga mats, blocks and straps. Meanwhile V harnesses the power of Therabody's advanced recovery tools, as well as CryoHome Spa S2 Ice Baths and plunge pools. What's more members of V have access to digital-first healthcare provider, HealthHero, which offers a variety of services including virtual GP appointments, prescription delivery, and mental health support.
Price: POA
Location: Berkeley Square House, London, W1J 6BD
For more information visit: v-london.co.uk
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